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Volume 116, Issue 3

September 1994

ISSN 1050-0472

EISSN 1528-9001

Editorial

A Dedication to Professor Faydor L. Litvin in Celebration of His Eightieth Birthday

Bahram Ravani

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 671. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919433

View articletitled, A Dedication to Professor Faydor L. Litvin in Celebration of His Eightieth Birthday

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Topics: Engineering teachers

Research Papers

Application of Face-Gear Drives in Helicopter Transmissions

F. L. Litvin, J.-C. Wang, R. B. Bossler, Jr., Y.-J. D. Chen, G. Heath, D. G. Lewicki

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 672–676. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919434

Abstract

View articletitled, Application of Face-Gear Drives in Helicopter Transmissions

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Topics: Gears , Design , Torque , Geometry , Stress , Weight (Mass)

Computerized Analysis of Meshing and Contact of Gear Real Tooth Surfaces

Y. Zhang, F. L. Litvin, N. Maruyama, R. Takeda, M. Sugimoto

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 677–682. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919435

Abstract

View articletitled, Computerized Analysis of Meshing and Contact of Gear Real Tooth Surfaces

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Topics: Gears , Interpolation , Simulation , Algorithms , Engines , Grinding , Heat treating (Metalworking) , Motors , Spiral bevel gears , Splines

Computerized Simulation of Generation of Internal Involute Gears and Their Assembly

F. L. Litvin, C.-L. Hsiao, J.-C. Wang, X. Zhou

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 683–689. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919436

Abstract

View articletitled, Computerized Simulation of Generation of Internal Involute Gears and Their Assembly

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Topics: Gears , Manufacturing , Simulation , Algorithms , Computer software , Computers , Design

Optimal Design of Compact Spur Gear Reductions

M. Savage, S. B. Lattime, J. A. Kimmel, H. H. Coe

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 690–696. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919437

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimal Design of Compact Spur Gear Reductions

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Topics: Design , Spur gears , Bearings , Optimization , Gears , Algorithms , Composite materials , Polynomials , Weight (Mass)

The Stress Intensity Factor and Stiffness for a Cracked Spur Gear Tooth

S. R. Daniewicz, J. A. Collins, D. R. Houser

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 697–700. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919438

Abstract

View articletitled, The Stress Intensity Factor and Stiffness for a Cracked Spur Gear Tooth

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Topics: Spur gears , Stiffness , Stress , Gear teeth , Gears , Elasticity , Fatigue , Fatigue cracks , Fracture mechanics , Noise (Sound)

Effect of Cutter Performance on Finished Tooth Form in Gear Shaving

I. Moriwaki, M. Fujita

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 701–705. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919439

Abstract

View articletitled, Effect of Cutter Performance on Finished Tooth Form in Gear Shaving

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Topics: Gears , Cutting , Computer simulation , Computer software , Design , Errors , Gaussian distribution , Pressure , Reliability , Simulation

Dynamic Analysis of a Multi-Mesh Helical Gear Train

A. Kahraman

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 706–712. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919440

Abstract

View articletitled, Dynamic Analysis of a Multi-Mesh Helical Gear Train

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Topics: Dynamic analysis , Helical gears , Trains , Gears , Gear trains , Bearings , Dynamic models , Errors , Excitation

Planetary Gear Train Dynamics

A. Kahraman

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 713–720. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919441

Abstract

View articletitled, Planetary Gear Train Dynamics

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Planetary gears , Trains , Dynamic models , Equations of motion , Errors , Gear teeth , Gears , Helical gears , Sun gears

Laser Holographic Measurement of Tooth Flank Form of Cylindrical Involute Gear

H. Fujio, A. Kubo, S. Saitoh, M. Suzuki, S. Tochimoto, H. Hanaki, T. Honda

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 721–729. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919442

Abstract

View articletitled, Laser Holographic Measurement of Tooth Flank Form of Cylindrical Involute Gear

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Topics: Gears , Lasers , Helical gears , Algorithms , Brightness (Photometry) , Finishes , Interferometers , Laser beams , Surface roughness

Surface Failure and Durability of Induction-Hardened Sintered Powder Metal Rollers and Gears with Various Hardened Depths

A. Yoshida, Y. Ohue, I. Karasuno

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 730–737. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919443

Abstract

View articletitled, Surface Failure and Durability of Induction-Hardened Sintered Powder Metal Rollers and Gears with Various Hardened Depths

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Topics: Durability , Electromagnetic induction , Failure , Gears , Metals , Rollers , Failure mechanisms , Fracture (Materials) , Shear stress , Vickers hardness testing

Computerized Analysis of Gear Meshing Based on Coordinate Measurement Data

V. Kin

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 738–744. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919444

Abstract

View articletitled, Computerized Analysis of Gear Meshing Based on Coordinate Measurement Data

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Topics: Gears , Bearings , Errors , Computer simulation , Fatigue life , Gear teeth , Inspection , Machinery , Manufacturing , Stress

Global and Discrete Constraint Activity

L. P. Pomrehn, P. Y. Papalambros

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 745–748. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919445

Abstract

View articletitled, Global and Discrete Constraint Activity

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Topics: Optimization

Geometric Construction of Be´zier Motions

Q. J. Ge, B. Ravani

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 749–755. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919446

Abstract

View articletitled, Geometric Construction of Be´zier Motions

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Topics: Construction , Algorithms , Computational geometry , Computer-aided engineering , Computers , Design , Framing (Construction) , Kinematics , Polynomials , Robots

Computer Aided Geometric Design of Motion Interpolants

Q. J. Ge, B. Ravani

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 756–762. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919447

Abstract

View articletitled, Computer Aided Geometric Design of Motion Interpolants

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Design , Computers , Computational geometry , Interpolation , Kinematics , Simulation , Splines , Torsion

Geometric Reasoning Based on Graph Grammar Parsing

Z. Fu, A. de Pennington

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 763–769. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919448

Abstract

View articletitled, Geometric Reasoning Based on Graph Grammar Parsing

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Topics: Design , Geometry , Information models , Manufacturing , Modeling

A Linear Scheme for the Displacement Analysis of Micropositioning Stages with Flexure Hinges

I. Her, J. C. Chang

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 770–776. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919449

Abstract

View articletitled, A Linear Scheme for the Displacement Analysis of Micropositioning Stages with Flexure Hinges

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Topics: Bending (Stress) , Displacement , Hinges , Design , Finite element analysis , Stiffness

Generalized Constraint and Joint Reaction Forces in the Inverse Dynamics of Spatial Flexible Mechanical Systems

D. C. Chen, A. A. Shabana, J. Rismantab-Sany

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 777–784. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919450

Abstract

View articletitled, Generalized Constraint and Joint Reaction Forces in the Inverse Dynamics of Spatial Flexible Mechanical Systems

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Deformation , Flexible body dynamics , Actuators , Equations of motion , Jacobian matrices , Manipulators

Conversions of Feature-Based Design Representations Using Graph Grammar Parsing

D. W. Rosen, J. R. Dixon, S. Finger

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 785–792. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919451

Abstract

View articletitled, Conversions of Feature-Based Design Representations Using Graph Grammar Parsing

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Topics: Design , Cycles , Die casting (Process) , Die castings (Product) , Injection molding , Manufacturing , Tradeoffs

Using Subgraph Isomorphisms to Recognize and Decompose Boundary Representation Features

S.-H. F. Chuang, M. R. Henderson

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 793–800. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919452

Abstract

View articletitled, Using Subgraph Isomorphisms to Recognize and Decompose Boundary Representation Features

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Topics: Algorithms , Computers , Shapes

Optimization of Design Utility

D. L. Thurston, J. V. Carnahan, T. Liu

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 801–808. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919453

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimization of Design Utility

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Weight (Mass) , Automotive bumpers , Deflection , Design engineering , Design methodology , Gages , Manufacturing , Nonlinear programming

Analysis of Explosively Actuated Valves

B. K. Jones, A. F. Emery, M. F. Hardwick, R. Ng

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 809–815. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919454

Abstract

View articletitled, Analysis of Explosively Actuated Valves

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Topics: Valves , Disks , Explosives , Deformation , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Finite element analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid dynamics , Plasticity , Press fits

A Dynamic System Model for Estimating Surface-Induced Frame Loads During Off-Road Cycling

H. Wilczynski, M. L. Hull

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 816–822. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919455

Abstract

View articletitled, A Dynamic System Model for Estimating Surface-Induced Frame Loads During Off-Road Cycling

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Topics: Dynamic systems , Roads , Stress , Bicycles , Design , Computer software , Databases , Dynamic analysis , Dynamic models , Surface roughness

A New, Thermally Controlled, Non-Contact Rotor Balancing Method

B. J. Furman

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 823–832. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919456

Abstract

View articletitled, A New, Thermally Controlled, Non-Contact Rotor Balancing Method

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Topics: Rotor balancing , Deformation , Heating , Rotors , Centrifugal force , Stress , Temperature , Torsion

On the Limitations of Predictions of the Dynamic Response of Machines with Clearance Connections

J. F. Deck, S. Dubowsky

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 833–841. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919457

Abstract

View articletitled, On the Limitations of Predictions of the Dynamic Response of Machines with Clearance Connections

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Topics: Clearances (Engineering) , Dynamic response , Machinery , Computer simulation , Design , Engineering simulation , Simulation

Kinematic and Static Force Analysis of Rocker-Pin Jointed Silent Chains with Involute Sprockets

N. K. Bucknor, F. Freudenstein

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 842–848. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919458

Abstract

View articletitled, Kinematic and Static Force Analysis of Rocker-Pin Jointed Silent Chains with Involute Sprockets

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Topics: Chain , Kinematics , Drive chain , Torque , Optimization

Kinematics of the Ball Screw Mechanism

M. C. Lin, B. Ravani, S. A. Velinsky

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 849–855. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919459

Abstract

View articletitled, Kinematics of the Ball Screw Mechanism

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Topics: Kinematics , Screws , Deformation , Design , Finite element analysis , Modeling , Wear

Design of the Ball Screw Mechanism for Optimal Efficiency

M. C. Lin, S. A. Velinsky, B. Ravani

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 856–861. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919460

Abstract

View articletitled, Design of the Ball Screw Mechanism for Optimal Efficiency

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Topics: Design , Screws , Design methodology , Equations of motion , Braking , Computation , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Steady state , Stress

Surface Geometry of Variable Pitch Cylindrical Cams with Conical Meshing Elements

Jen-Yu Liu, Hong-Sen Yan

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 862–866. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919461

Abstract

View articletitled, Surface Geometry of Variable Pitch Cylindrical Cams with Conical Meshing Elements

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Topics: Cams , Geometry , Computer-aided manufacturing

The Design of High-Speed Dwell-Rise-Dwell Cams Using Linear Quadratic Optimal Control Theory

B. C. Fabien, R. W. Longman, F. Freudenstein

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 867–874. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919462

Abstract

View articletitled, The Design of High-Speed Dwell-Rise-Dwell Cams Using Linear Quadratic Optimal Control Theory

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Topics: Cams , Design , Optimal control , Trajectories (Physics) , Design methodology , Energy dissipation , Engineering design processes , Stress , Vibration

On the Finite Screw System of the Third Order Associated with a Revolute-Revolute Chain

C. Huang

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 875–883. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919463

Abstract

View articletitled, On the Finite Screw System of the Third Order Associated with a Revolute-Revolute Chain

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Topics: Chain , Screws , Kinematics

A Programmable RCC Hand

D. Gershon

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 884–889. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919464

Abstract

View articletitled, A Programmable RCC Hand

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Topics: Geometry , Grasping , Grippers , Kinematics , Manufacturing , Robots

Application of the Weighted Least Squares Parameter Estimation Method to the Robot Calibration

G. Zak, B. Benhabib, R. G. Fenton, I. Saban

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 890–893. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919465

Abstract

View articletitled, Application of the Weighted Least Squares Parameter Estimation Method to the Robot Calibration

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Topics: Calibration , Parameter estimation , Robots , Kinematics , Algorithms , Errors , Noise (Sound) , Simulation , Weight (Mass)

A Drift-Free Navigation System for a Mobile Robot Operating on Unstructured Terrain

S. V. Sreenivasan, K. J. Waldron

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 894–900. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919466

Abstract

View articletitled, A Drift-Free Navigation System for a Mobile Robot Operating on Unstructured Terrain

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Topics: Errors , Mobile robots , Navigation , Robotic vehicles , Robotics , Vehicles

Kinematics, Workspace, and Design of a Dual-Arm Spatial Robot in Zero Gravity

Sunil Kumar Agrawal, R. Garimella

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 901–907. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919467

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View articletitled, Kinematics, Workspace, and Design of a Dual-Arm Spatial Robot in Zero Gravity

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Topics: Design , Gravity (Force) , Kinematics , Robots , Algorithms , Angular momentum , Manipulators , Robotics

A Class of Parallel Manipulators Based on Kinematically Simple Branches

R. P. Podhorodeski, K. H. Pittens

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 908–914. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919468

Abstract

View articletitled, A Class of Parallel Manipulators Based on Kinematically Simple Branches

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Topics: Manipulators , Chain , Displacement , End effectors , Kinematics , Mechanical admittance , Polynomials

Optimization of Planar, Spherical and Spatial Function Generators Using Input-Output Curve Planning

Zheng Liu, J. Angeles

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 915–919. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919469

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimization of Planar, Spherical and Spatial Function Generators Using Input-Output Curve Planning

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Topics: Generators , Optimization , Design , Linkages

On the Rotatability of Spherical N-Bar Chains

Yung-Way Liu, Kwun-Lon Ting

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 920–923. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919470

Abstract

View articletitled, On the Rotatability of Spherical N-Bar Chains

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Topics: Chain , Degrees of freedom , Linkages

Position Kinematics of a Three-Limbed Mixed Mechanism

M. Husain, K. J. Waldron

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 924–929. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919471

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View articletitled, Position Kinematics of a Three-Limbed Mixed Mechanism

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Topics: Kinematics , Actuators , Chain , Computer software , Design , Hardware , Robotics , Robots

Kinematic Analysis and Synthesis of Three-Input, Eight-Bar Mechanisms Driven by Relatively Small Cranks

K. Farhang, P. S. Basu

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 930–936. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919472

Abstract

View articletitled, Kinematic Analysis and Synthesis of Three-Input, Eight-Bar Mechanisms Driven by Relatively Small Cranks

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Topics: Design , Equations of motion , Kinematic analysis , Nonlinear equations

Synthesis of Single-Input and Multiple-Output Port Mechanisms with Springs for Specified Energy Absorption

J. G. Jenuwine, A. Midha

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 937–943. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919473

Abstract

View articletitled, Synthesis of Single-Input and Multiple-Output Port Mechanisms with Springs for Specified Energy Absorption

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Topics: Absorption , Springs , Crashworthiness , Gates (Closures)

Concurrent Mechanism and Control Design for the Slewing of Flexible Space Structures

Li-Farn Yang, Meng-Sang Chew, Jer-Nan Juang

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 944–951. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919474

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View articletitled, Concurrent Mechanism and Control Design for the Slewing of Flexible Space Structures

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Topics: Design , Space frame structures , Control equipment , Gears , Vibration , Complex systems , Computer simulation , Electromechanical actuators , Feedback , Flexible structures

Application of Composite Plate Theory and the Finite Element Method to the Dynamics and Stress Analysis of Spatial Flexible Mechanical Systems

J. M. Kremer, A. A. Shabana, G. E. O. Widera

J. Mech. Des. September 1994, 116(3): 952–960. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919475

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View articletitled, Application of Composite Plate Theory and the Finite Element Method to the Dynamics and Stress Analysis of Spatial Flexible Mechanical Systems

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Topics: Composite materials , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Finite element methods , Plate theory , Stress analysis (Engineering) , Stiffness , Deformation , Displacement , Finite element analysis , Materials properties